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Human Trafficking Work Group

This cross-functional work group addresses the complex issue of human trafficking in coordination with the County’s Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC). The Work Group will take a victim-centered approach as they work to reduce trafficking and protect victims by providing them with the resources they need in partnership with a variety of organizations, including non-and regional counterparts across the state. The multidisciplinary team of professionals on the Human Trafficking Work Group is dedicated to the prevention and reduction of human trafficking by:

  • Improving public awareness and victim identification
  • Linking victims and survivors to quality, trauma-informed, comprehensive resources
  • Developing a collaborative, victim-centered response to human trafficking throughout the County

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MEMBERSHIP

The Human Trafficking Work Group is comprised of a team of professionals and individuals from the Commission for Women as well as representatives from law enforcement, education, social services, and health and legal fields. Individual members must be County residents or represent organizations located in the County or serving County residents, with a proven history and involvement in public advocacy. The Chair of the CJCC approves the membership of the Work Group. The Work Group also selects a member (Chair) to be a permanent member of the CJCC.

NameOrganization and Role
Ashley McAree, MSN, RN, FNE-A/P, SANE-A—Co-ChairGreater Baltimore Medical Center—Sexual Assault Forensic Examination (SAFE) Program, Forensic Nurse
Amanda Rodriguez—Co-ChairExecutive Director, Turn Around
Jennifer Stine,  LMSW—SecretaryCourt-Appointed Special Advocates of Baltimore County, Inc., Executive Director
Stacy AmparoState’s Attorney’s Office—Assistant State’s Attorney
Rosalyn BerkowitzCommission for Women—Commissioner
Detective David BlackburnBaltimore County Police Department—VICE Narcotics Unit
Carmen Christiana—Special LiaisonOutreach Coordinator, Office of Community Engagement, Office of the County Executive
Captain Michael A. Cortes, IIICommander, Vice/Narcotics Section
Mat FonsecaDepartment of Juvenile Services
Michael L. Ford, Ed. D.BCPS—School Safety Manager (West Zone)
Dr. Brenda SavoyCommission for Women—Commissioner
Krista Trahan, LCSW-CHealth and Human Services, Social Services—Program Manager SATP/Co-Director CAC
Kelly TruaxGBMC SAFE, Community Outreach Coordinator
Milana Vayner, Esq.Department of Housing and Community Development—Chief, Policy and Strategic Initiatives
David Williams, DDS, MS, MPHMaryland Human Trafficking Task Force and Co-Founder Prevent Abuse and Neglect through Dental Awareness (Mid-Atlantic PANDA)
Dr. Joyce P. WilliamsStevenson University, Adjunct Professor Graduate and Professional Studies, Nursing

Additional Resources

More information about human trafficking is available through the National Human Trafficking Hotline, at 1-888-373-7888, where you can learn about the types and signs of human trafficking. If someone suspects human trafficking activity in Baltimore County, they are advised to call 911 to report their concerns.

  • Greater Baltimore Medical Center’s (GBMC) SAFE Program(link is external) offers medical-forensic and advocacy services to victims of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, child abuse and human trafficking. Patients with no emergent medical needs can now enter the hospital directly through the private SAFE suite. Police involvement is not required to receive medical-forensic services. 
    Contact: Call 443-849-3323. For after-hours assistance, call 443-849-2226 and request a call back from a forensic nurse.
  • The National Human Trafficking Hotline(link is external) can receive tips and connect victims of trafficking with life-saving resources and services.
    Contact: Call 1-888-373-7888 or text BeFree (233733).
  • TurnAround(link is external) can assist victims of sexual violence, intimate partner violence and trafficking. 
    Contact: Call 410-377-8111 or call the 24/7 emergency helpline at 443-279-0379.
  • The Family Tree(link is external) parenting helpline can provide parenting tips, assistance during a family crisis and access to community resources. 
    Contact: Call 1-800-243-7337.
  • The Family Crisis Center(link is external) (FCC) of Baltimore County helps families move forward from domestic violence by connecting people to resources, developing capacity and providing support. They offer emergency safe shelter and advocacy services for victims, groups for perpetrators of violence, counseling and family-centered coaching for individuals and families, educational and skills groups, parenting groups, community and outreach. The FCC’s Domestic and Sexual Assault Hotline offers resource and referrals, assistance with domestic violence and sexual assault for crisis intervention, safety planning, resources and referrals.
    Contact: Call 410-828-6390.

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